Amanda Maitland
Crockett,TX
Summary
Accomplished Special Education professional with a proven track record of enhancing academic growth through differentiated instruction and robust IEP development. Excelled in team collaboration and relationship building, significantly improving student outcomes. Expert in data management and behavior intervention strategies, ensuring tailored educational experiences.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Programs SUBS Team
Stride
07.2023 - Current
- Worked to support K12 schools across the US based on that schools current specific Special Education needs; such as teaching, writing IEPs, and assisting in district level testing.
- Served on a team of teachers who helped support the Special Education Auditing team in Missouri.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing virtual classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators to foster a supportive educational community.
Special Education Teacher
Crockett ISD
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Special Education and ESL Teacher
Round Rock ISD
06.2011 - 06.2012
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students'' overall communication skills in English.
- Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.
- Wrote and implemented IEPs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL06.2005
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Relationship Building
- Data Management
- Team Collaboration
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Student Records Management
Timeline
Special Programs SUBS Team
Stride
07.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Crockett ISD
06.2022 - 06.2023
Special Education and ESL Teacher
Round Rock ISD
06.2011 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Olivet Nazarene University